Richard A Boca Raton , FL October 22, 2016 Appliance: Model GE JB745DFWW Light indicating hot surface not working on ge smoothtop Easy fix. Pulled out the range and disconnected power cord. Unscrewed two screws in front of unit. Tilted smoothtop open toward rear of stove. Propped a piece of wood to keep it open. Removed burned out Indicator bulb and its plastic housing. Disconnected two wires attached. Installed new bulb and its housing attaching the two wires...housing clicked into hole where old one was removed. Closed top and re-attached two screws... Now works fine. 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes